Ausbildung career
Fisheries Manager – Coastal and Small-Scale Deep-Sea Fishing Ausbildung in Germany
German name: Fischwirt/in - Küstenfischerei und Kleine Hochseefischerei
The training to become a Fisheries Manager (specializing in Coastal and Small-Scale Deep-Sea Fishing) is a state-recognized profession. It lasts 3 years and takes place in specialized fishing enterprises, categorized under agriculture.
What you do
- Preparing and maintaining fishing gear (nets, traps).
- Steering and navigating fishing vessels.
- Locating and catching fish and other marine animals.
- Sorting, processing, and cooling the catch on board.
- Ensuring compliance with catch quotas and environmental regulations.
- Maintaining and caring for the ships and equipment.
Requirements
- Physical fitness and resilience (outdoor work, often in challenging conditions).
- Ability to swim and no fear of heights or dizziness.
- Interest in nature, the sea, and fishing.
- Technical understanding and manual dexterity.
- Teamwork skills and a strong sense of responsibility.
- Willingness to work irregular hours and travel.
- At least a basic secondary school certificate (Hauptschulabschluss).
Career prospects
- 1Further training to become a Master Fisheries Manager (Fischwirtschaftsmeister/in).
- 2Specialization in areas such as aquaculture or fish processing.
- 3Self-employment by establishing one's own fishing business.
- 4Positions in fisheries supervision or research institutions.
Open positions
There are no open positions in this career right now. New positions come in several times a day.
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Answers from our data on salary, length, German level and open positions.
How much do you earn in a Fisheries Manager – Coastal and Small-Scale Deep-Sea Fishing Ausbildung in Germany?
Usually 700 to 1,100 € a month. Pay rises with each year of training; the company sets the exact amount.
What German level do I need for a Fisheries Manager – Coastal and Small-Scale Deep-Sea Fishing Ausbildung?
Usually B1 German is enough. It is a guideline: some companies ask for more, some accept less.
What are the requirements for a Fisheries Manager – Coastal and Small-Scale Deep-Sea Fishing Ausbildung?
Physical fitness and resilience (outdoor work, often in challenging conditions).; Ability to swim and no fear of heights or dizziness.; Interest in nature, the sea, and fishing.; Technical understanding and manual dexterity..
Where can I find open Fisheries Manager – Coastal and Small-Scale Deep-Sea Fishing Ausbildung positions?
There are no open positions right now. New positions come in several times a day.
How to apply as a Fisheries Manager – Coastal and Small-Scale Deep-Sea Fishing
Create your German CV, no account needed. Then apply to one of the open positions.
Career information is based on BERUFENET by the Federal Employment Agency.